Archive · 7 Sep 2025
LGBTQ+ Americans Consider Relocating to Canada Amid Trump Era
Many LGBTQ+ Americans are thinking about moving to Canada.
They are worried about new rules and laws in the US that they don't like.
A group that helps people escape dangerous situations has seen a huge increase in calls.
People are calling because they are scared of what is happening in the US.
They are especially worried about actions against transgender people.
Some believe this is just the start of a bigger problem.
LGBTQ+ Americans are considering relocating to Canada.
The increase in calls to relocation assistance has risen 760% since Trump's return.
Over 4,000 calls have been received in the last eight months.
Many callers are seeking international relocation due to fear.
Approximately 61% of callers identify as trans.
- Who
- LGBTQ+ Americans
- What
- Considering relocation to Canada
- When
- Since Trump's return to office
- Where
- From the US to Canada
- Why
- Due to fear of Trump's policies
- Organization assisting relocation
- Rainbow Railroad
- Call Increase
- 760% compared to last year
- Calls received in 8 months
- 4197
- Percentage of callers identifying as trans
- 61%
- Reason for calls
- Fear of living in the US